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	Are the line numbers on the YTerm's programming screen the same as the controller line numbers? Posted Date: 04/19/2001 Answer: Usually the line numbers in the controller do not correspond with those in YTerm. Comments that are preceded with a double slash ( "// Comment" ) are not sent to the controller and are therefore not counted. If an error leads to a specific line number, that line can be viewed by using the LS command. The format of this command is "LS m,n" where m is the first line number to display and n is the last. To look only at line 59, use the command "LS 59,59". Product Group/Line: Controllers, SMC-2000, SMC-3010 LEGEND-MC, YTerm Software Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Programming, Troubleshooting Document Number: MNEN-5CJMLU Published Date: 04/19/2001 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/19/2001
	Are the inputs on Sigma II amplifiers sinking or sourcing (NPN or PNP)? Posted Date: 10/24/2002 Answer: Sigma II amplifiers (SGDH) are capable of accommodating both types of signals based on wiring. If the common wire to the amplifier on pin 47 on CN1 is +24VDC, then the inputs are sinking (0VDC). If the common wire to the amplifier on pin 47 on CN1 is 0VDC, then the inputs are sourcing(+24VDC). In either case the current draw for each input is 50mA. Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDH Sigma II Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Specifications, Wiring Document Number: REKR-5F8QFA Published Date: 10/24/2002 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	10/24/2002
	Are the inputs and outputs on a LEGEND-MC (SMC-3010) configurable as sinking orsourcing? Posted Date: 01/30/2003 Answer: Inputs are sinking type only. Only one pin is available for +24VDC and one for 24V GND on the CN5 connector. Since this power input supplies both the inputs and outputs, there is only one way to wire it, and the outputs must be sinking type. These inputs expect 5.3mA at a minimum to activate the internal circuitry. Outputs are only sink type. The estop output is the exception; it is a dry contact N.C. relay output. Each output is open collector type and when set (true / on / low) it will complete the circuit to the power supply return. These outputs can sink 200mA if all are set at once, or 600mA if only one is on at a time. Product Group/Line: Controllers, SMC-3010 LEGEND-MC Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Hardware, Specifications, Wiring Document Number: DZIK-5JAGAT Published Date: 01/30/2003 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	01/30/2003
	Are the external fans rated NEMA 4X? Posted Date: 06/21/2010 Answer: Yes, the external fan has passed the UL Type 4X testing. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, V1000-4X Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Specifications Document Number: DRV-86MQ6P Published Date: 06/21/2010 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/21/2010
	Are the digital outputs able to be inverted? Posted Date: 06/21/2013 Answer: Yes digital outputs are able to be inverted. Digital outputs are inverted by placing a 1 in front of the parameter setting. Example: During run = parameter setting of 0 to invert this output setting set during run to 100. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, A1000 Drive, J1000 Drive, P1000 Drive, V1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Procedure - Policy, Options, Parameters, Programming, Specifications, Wiring Document Number: DRV-92JQ37 Published Date: 06/21/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/21/2013
	Are the A1000 network communications full function Modbus or Yaskawa standard? Posted Date: 01/04/2011 Answer: Standard network communications are configured for MEMOBUS. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, A1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Network Communications Document Number: DRV-8CDJWV Published Date: 01/04/2011 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	01/04/2011
	Are RC5 Options compatible with R1000? Can R1000 Options be used with the RC5? Posted Date: 07/15/2015 Answer: No. Option cards for the RC5 cannot be used on the R1000 and option cards for the R1000 cannot be used on the RC5. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, R1000 Regenerative Unit, RC5 Regenerative Unit Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch, Options Document Number: INV-35P7N4 Published Date: 07/15/2015 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/15/2015
	Are programs created for an SMC-2000 single-axis controller (model #SMC20001) compatible with the LEGEND-MC? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: Yes. Programming is the same except for a difference regarding port two operator interface programming on the SMC20001. The LEGEND-MC program will require modification if a dumb terminal was used on port 2 of the SMC-2000-1. The following is a list of commands that are not supported in the LEGEND-MC: § #COMINT (Communications Interrupt Subroutine) § CI (Command) § P1CD, P1NM, P1ST, P1CH, P2CD, P2NM, P2ST, P2CH (Keywords) Programming similiar functionality for dumb operator interfaces on the LEGEND-MC must center around the MG and IN commands only. Product Group/Line: Controllers, SMC-2000, SMC-3010 LEGEND-MC Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications, Programming Document Number: MNEN-5CJMP2 Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	Are programs created for an SMC-2000-1 controller compatible with the LEGEND-MC? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: Yes. Programming is the same except for a difference regarding port two-operator interface programming on the SMC-2000-1. The LEGEND-MC program will require modification if a dumb terminal was used on port 2 of the SMC-2000-1. The following is a list of commands that are not supported in the LEGEND-MC: § #COMINT (Communications Interrupt Subroutine) § CI (Command) § P1CD, P1NM, P1ST, P1CH, P2CD, P2NM, P2ST, P2CH (Keywords) Programming similar functionality for dumb operator interfaces on the LEGEND-MC must center around the MG and IN commands only. Product Group/Line: Controllers, SMC-2000, SMC-3010 LEGEND-MC, YTerm Software Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Programming Document Number: MNEN-5CJMP4 Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	Are parameter files created using Sigma Win Beta (or Sigma Win Lite) compatible with Sigma Win 100? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: No. Sigma Win 100 does not recognize Sigma Win Beta files. The parameter set must be re-entered. Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDH Sigma II Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Document Clarification, Software Document Number: MNEN-5CJMNC Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	Are P1000 options compatible with FP605? Can FP605 options be used with P1000? Posted Date: 03/31/2022 Answer: All I/O cards and most network cards used with P1000 are compatible with FP605. P1000 keypads and mechanical kits are different and are not supported on this generation of the product (or FP605). Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, FP605, Drive IO Opt - Analog Input, Drive IO Opt - Analog Output, Drive IO Opt - Digital Input, Drive IO Opt - Digital Output, P1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Inputs - Outputs, Product Launch, Options Document Number: INV-M9B6AW Published Date: 03/31/2022 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	03/31/2022
	Are motor power and encoder cables for Sigma II interchangable with the cables for Sigma I? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: The motor power cable assemblies are interchangeable in only two cases: 1) Between SGMG & SGMGH series motors 2) Between SGMS & SGMSH series motors. The connectors on the SGM and SGMAH look similar, but they are not the same. The SGMP series motor uses a MS style connector, however, the MS part number (size) is unique and not used elsewhere. The SGMPH series motor uses Interconnectron connectors which are not compatible with any other YEA offering. The encoder cables are NEVER interchangable between the Sigma I and Sigma II series. Bottom Line: When upgrading to SGMGH or SGMSH motors from their Sigma I counterparts, hang on to the old power cables...they make great spares! Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDH Sigma II Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Specifications, Wiring Document Number: MNEN-5CJMHE Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	Are F7 Options compatible with A1000? Can A1000 Options be used with F7? Posted Date: 01/04/2011 Answer: No, the options are not interchangeable. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, A1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Options Document Number: DRV-8CDKJ4 Published Date: 01/04/2011 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	01/04/2011
	Are external heatsink mounting kits available for the FP605? Posted Date: 04/06/2022 Answer: Yes, external heatsink kits are available for UL Type 1 and UL Type 12 panel installations using the FP605 IP20/UL Type 1 Drive. The UL Type 12 external heatsink works in concert with the FP605 IP20/UL Type 1 drive’s IP55 backside rating to provide a UL Type 12 external mount rating. View list. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, FP605 Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Enclosure, Product Launch, Options Document Number: INV-2D5539 Published Date: 04/06/2022 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/06/2022
	Are example application programs available for the EXOR HMI when using an MP940 Machine Controller? Posted Date: 02/13/2014 Answer: The EXOR Designer/HMI and MotionWorks+/MP940 example programs below are designed for simple plug-and-play use with the MP940 hardware demo units offered through Yaskawa (DEMO4700 and DEMO4701). These programs can also be used as program templates with only a few minor adjustments. Advantages of using these programs include reduced start-up & debug time, faster integration, simple operation testing, and improved programming structure. There is an HMI program example available for each of the following EXOR HMI units: MD00R-02, CP10G-04, CP11G-04, eTOP12, eTOP11, eTOP12, eTOP30 The MotionWorks+ example program below is designed to work with the MP940 demo components and any of the EXOR HMI products listed above. The EXOR HMI should be configured with the "Yaskawa MP/CP Memobus Driver" communicating at 19.2 kbps. Some parameters may need to be changed when applying this example program to a different machine, including: motor base speed, speed limits, gain settings, torque limits, gear ratios, feed constants, machine cycles, and others. When using one of the MP940 demo units, the components will be: SGMAH-01* (8192ppr incremental encoder, 3000 RPM rated speed, 5000 rpm maximum speed), 400ppr external encoder. Please see FAQ # MNEN-5CJMJ8 to download the latest EXOR HMI Driver. Attachments: 2KB 2KB 36KB 30KB 3KB 131KB 2KB 30KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, MotionWorks Plus Software, MP940 Machine Controller Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Application Example, Programming, Software, Start Up - Installation Document Number: MNEN-5CJMEE Published Date: 02/13/2014 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	02/13/2014
	Are end caps (NEMA 1 kits) available for the protected chassis versions? Posted Date: 05/31/2012 Answer: Remember that NEMA 1 is now standard through ND ratings of 75HP @ 240V, 125HP @ 480V, and 100HP @ 600V. For drives larger than this, separate NEMA 1 kits are available. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, A1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Enclosure Document Number: DRV-8USTLV Published Date: 05/31/2012 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	05/31/2012
	Are end caps (NEMA 1 kits) available for the protected chassis versions? Posted Date: 06/29/2012 Answer: Remember that NEMA 1 is now standard through ratings of 75HP @ 240V, 125HP @ 480V, and 100HP @ 600V. For drives larger than this, separate NEMA 1 kits are available. These kits are the same ones that are used for A1000 Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, P1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch Document Number: DRV-8VQKV3 Published Date: 06/29/2012 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/29/2012
	Are E7 Options compatible with Z1000? Can Z1000 Options be used with E7? Posted Date: 09/13/2012 Answer: No. Option cards for the E7 cannot be used on the Z1000 and option cards for the Z1000 cannot be used on the E7. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, Z1000 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch Document Number: DRV-8P2Q8G Published Date: 09/13/2012 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	09/13/2012
	Are common multimeters able to measure the correct output voltage of the VFD? Posted Date: 04/01/2014 Answer: An inverter provides a PWM output voltage waveform. Most digital multimeters (DMM) measure the peak voltage and calculate the average. In order to obtain an accurate output voltage reading a "true RMS" meter with selectable low pass filter is needed. Other reliable and accurate instruments include an oscilloscope. Many true RMS meters display readings 20 to 30% higher than the drive's controller display as most of true RMS digital multimeters have wide bandwidth. These multimeters are measuring the carrier frequency/switching frequency generated by VFDs. The low pass filter (LPF) is designed to help block unwanted voltages above 1 kHz when measuring AC voltage or AC frequency. The LPF can improve measurement performance on composite sine waves that are typically generated by inverters and variable frequency motor drives. Please see the attached for additional support links. Attachments: 18KB Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, General Inverter Drives Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Procedure - Policy Document Number: DRV-9AXJ36 Published Date: 04/01/2014 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/01/2014
	Are color code charts available for breakout cables used with MP2000 series I/O connectors? Posted Date: 04/01/2009 Answer: Yes. See the document numbers below for the appropriate cable. JEPMC-W2060-xx MP2300 CPU I/O (20 pin): Document # TD.MCD.04.MQF (Connector: 1020-3000VE Shell: 10320-52F0-008 Sumitomo 3M) JEPMC-W2061-xx LIO-01 and LIO-02 (48 pin): Document # TD.MCD.04.MW9 (Connector: FCN-364J048-AU Shell: FCN-360C048-E Fujitsu) JEPMC-W2063-xx MP2000 Series CNTR-01: Document # TD.MCD.06.148 JEPMC-W5410-xx IO2310, IO2330: Document # TD.MCD.06.150 JEPMC-W6060-xx MP2000 Series LIO-04/05, DO-01 (50 pin): Document # TD.MCD.06.151 (Connector: 10150-3000VE Shell: 10350-52A0-008 Sumitomo 3M) JEPMC-W6080-xx MP2000 Series AI-01 (26 pin). Document # TD.MCD.06.149 (Connector: 10126-3000VE Shell: 10326-52A0-008 Sumitomo 3M) JEPMC-W6090-xx MP2000 Series AO-01: Document # TD.MCD.06.152 Product Group/Line: Controllers, MP2000 Series (MP2300-MP2200), MP2300 Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Procedure - Policy, Start Up - Installation, Wiring Document Number: MTN-63JTZ6 Published Date: 04/01/2009 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/01/2009

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